Queen City Half Marathon | BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Marquette, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Queen City Half Marathon and BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the vibrant city of Marquette! Known for its stunning scenery and welcoming community, Marquette offers a fast and picturesque race course that winds through charming neighborhoods and along the breathtaking shores of Lake Superior.
Participants can choose between the thrilling half marathon distance or the family-friendly 5K run/walk, both of which promise a festive atmosphere with exciting aid stations and a lively post-race party zone. Each finisher will receive a unique medal, while participants in the BREAKWATER 5K have a chance to win a cash reward for breaking the course record! With a current bonus of $500 for men and $100 for women, the competition is sure to be fierce. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, mark your calendars for this epic event in one of the coolest cities around!
Participants can choose between the thrilling half marathon distance or the family-friendly 5K run/walk, both of which promise a festive atmosphere with exciting aid stations and a lively post-race party zone. Each finisher will receive a unique medal, while participants in the BREAKWATER 5K have a chance to win a cash reward for breaking the course record! With a current bonus of $500 for men and $100 for women, the competition is sure to be fierce. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, mark your calendars for this epic event in one of the coolest cities around!
Organiser's Description
Marquette - The coolest city just about anywhere!
With a fast and scenic course, chip-timed results and near-award winning shirt and medal design, the 2026 Queen City Half Marathon presented by Embers Credit Union | BREAKWATER 5K presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co., are races that need to be on your summer calendar!
Marquette, as you know, is one of the coolest cities anywhere, and we're going to show it off, running though some amazing neighborhoods and along Lake Superior. EPIC is the word I'm looking for...with super-fun aid stations, a post race 'party-zone'...and race-specific finisher medals for ALL entrants.
Let's not forget about our Breakwater 5K Run/Walk COURSE RECORD REWARD. Win the race, set a new Course Record, and we'll hand you CASH! We'll increase this $100 every year until it's broken, then we'll start over. The BONUS right now sits at $500 for men (2021) and $100 for women (NEW record set in 2025!). Awards will be given at the 2025 BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk awards ceremony! Wanna run fast?
A community race, a family race...heck, bring the stroller along with the kids...it's going to be a party!
With a fast and scenic course, chip-timed results and near-award winning shirt and medal design, the 2026 Queen City Half Marathon presented by Embers Credit Union | BREAKWATER 5K presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co., are races that need to be on your summer calendar!
Marquette, as you know, is one of the coolest cities anywhere, and we're going to show it off, running though some amazing neighborhoods and along Lake Superior. EPIC is the word I'm looking for...with super-fun aid stations, a post race 'party-zone'...and race-specific finisher medals for ALL entrants.
Let's not forget about our Breakwater 5K Run/Walk COURSE RECORD REWARD. Win the race, set a new Course Record, and we'll hand you CASH! We'll increase this $100 every year until it's broken, then we'll start over. The BONUS right now sits at $500 for men (2021) and $100 for women (NEW record set in 2025!). Awards will be given at the 2025 BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk awards ceremony! Wanna run fast?
A community race, a family race...heck, bring the stroller along with the kids...it's going to be a party!
Races
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Queen City Half Marathon Presented by Embers Credit Union
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Sweet Race-Day Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:05AM EDT)
$54.00
A fast course, sweet shirts and medals, along with a rose for ALL Half Marathon finishers...we're also stroller friendly...sounds like you need to be in Marquette on July 26th, 2026! -
BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co.
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Awesome Race-Day Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Fast out and back course, sweet shirts a killer post race party...see you in July! -
BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co. | YOUTH
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Awesome Shirt!
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Open to all kids 12 and younger!
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